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The day Microsoft killed the "Vista" name - January 31, 2006

The day Microsoft killed the "Vista" name - January 31, 2006I see brand new system that run like crap withXP, 2000, or HP-UX on them. ok , the later are nor brand new system, but they were sold as new system, (add a zero to a decent confuiguration price to...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), FUD, Microsoft Windows Vista, VISTA IS, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2008-11-18

MS Patch Tuesday heads-up: 11 bulletins, 4 critical

MS Patch Tuesday heads-up: 11 bulletins, 4 criticalFunny...Looks like none of the usual trolls want to touch this one. Not after this disaster:http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=2017Eeewww! There we go again !! ntEeewww! There we go again !! nt

Tags: MS Patch Tuesday, MS patch, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2008-10-10

21 months later, Vista is still more secure than XP

21 months later, Vista is still more secure than XPMy takeI don't count security patches, but I regularly have to clean malware from our XP machines but have yet to find anything on our Vista systems.RE: 21 months later, Vista is still more secure than XPFile this in the "no...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), SECURITY, Patches, Microsoft Windows Vista, secure, Microsoft Windows XP, VISTA IS

Discussion threads 2008-07-25

Vista is "OK", says Ubuntu-converted teenager

Vista is "OK", says Ubuntu-converted teenagerInteresting...I find this experiment very interesting. However, there are a couple observations here:1) This wouldn't really be a typical experience for a typical user. Ubuntu has to be installed and configured; would he have done this or been able to do this without...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating systems, UNIX, OPEN SOURCE, Microsoft Windows Vista, VISTA IS, GUI, Ubuntu, typical user, Linux

Discussion threads 2008-07-07

Aviv Raff drops an 0-day for IE 7.0 and 8.0b on XP

Aviv Raff drops an 0-day for IE 7.0 and 8.0b on XPVista is NOT affected because UAC and IE7's protected modeVista is NOT affected because there're UAC and IE7's protected mode.Yet another reason to use Vista!Actually...Aviv Raff states on his blog that it is affected for Information disclosure, but that's...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Aviv Raff, Microsoft Internet Explorer 7, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Internet Explorer

Discussion threads 2008-05-15

Friday Rant - More "Vista is doomed" nonesense

Friday Rant - More "Vista is doomed" nonesenseUpgrade cycle is over, Win7 is DOOMED TOOApps are moving online, virtualization is increasing and we might be very close to the entire business market forcing MS to support XP indefinitely.This is definitely not like the other upgrade cycles. They are still...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Upgrade Cycle, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, VISTA IS, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2008-03-14

"Should I buy a Dell?"

"Should I buy a Dell?"RE: Dell or...I myself have a Dell Latitude 640 and except for a minor flaw, I am perfectly happy with my purchase. Not necessary the most media-friendly notebook, but I only use it for office work, for which it is perfectly suited. Works even better with...

Tags: PRODUCTIVITY, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), computer, Microsoft Windows Vista, Dell Computer Corp., VISTA IS, new computer

Discussion threads 2008-03-06

We need less whining, more complaining about Vista

We need less whining, more complaining about VistaExcellent post!I wish lots of people read your article, specially all those bloggers and technical writers that spent half their time criticizing Vista. Even mild critics, like Dwight Silverman, can be a real PITA some times when the start whining.Vista is already betterI've...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows Vista, VISTA IS

Discussion threads 2007-08-20

No more Vista whining, please

No more Vista whining, pleaseGood pointsAnd I always love those posts where people bash other's anecdotal complaints and then wind up answering with their own "My anecdote beats your anecdote" story. At best, they cancel out; at worst, they're both off the mark.As much as I agree with Ed...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Apple iTunes, PC Mag, antiquarian, Microsoft Windows Vista, VISTA IS

Discussion threads 2007-08-20

Will Vista cause a switch to Macs, Linux?

Will Vista cause a switch to Macs, Linux?Windows ME was not a business OSThat said, Vista isn't nearly in that bad of shape. While I do think it is healthy to look at the alternatives before upgrading, there's no reason why Vista would be the first Windows OS that a...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Operating systems, Vista Business, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows, operating system, Apple Macintosh, Linux, VISTA IS

Discussion threads 2007-07-16

Vista SP1: Behind Microsoft's strategy

Vista SP1: Behind Microsoft's strategyBusiness as ususal. shrug... nt.In other words, it's a marketing ploy.It's an old psychological ploy for do-it-yourselfers: As long as the project isn't quite finished, you can deflect any criticism with, "It's not done yet".So instead of having to deal with the evidence...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Patches, strategy, Microsoft Windows Vista SP1, Microsoft Windows Vista, SP1, patch management, Microsoft Corp., VISTA IS

Discussion threads 2007-07-09

Vista: Where are the killer apps?

Vista: Where are the killer apps?What would be great is...An application that printed "$200 Off Vista" Coupons.Then Vista might actually sell well!Will I have choice?I mean if I go out and buy New PC, something I'll need to do in the next year will I be able to choose XP...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Apple Inc., Microsoft Windows Vista, Salesforce.com Inc., VISTA IS

Discussion threads 2007-01-29

Will Windows Vista be worth the wait?

Will Windows Vista be worth the wait?People want something that will just workI hope that Vista will meet that requirement.I would not recommend upgrading to Vista from XP.There really is just no point.There isn't enough of a leap in usability or features.Buy a new pc when you need it and...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows XP, VISTA IS, Microsoft Windows

Discussion threads 2006-11-08

Acer: Vista is an excuse for Microsoft price hikes

Acer: Vista is an excuse for Microsoft price hikesThis guy must talk Taiwan marketXP media center, not XP home, is mainstream in western market.Acer: Vista is an excuse for Microsoft price hikesThis is no big deal..most people will be willing to shell out the $359 for the awesome experience of...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista, VISTA IS, Acer Inc., Microsoft Windows XP

Discussion threads 2006-10-27

The Pundits Are Wrong: Vista Is Moving Full-Steam Ahead

The Pundits Are Wrong: Vista Is Moving Full-Steam AheadWelcome to ZDNETMary Jo,Thank you for joining ZDNET. I hope that you and John Carroll can finally bring some common sense to the David Berlind's and Dana's on this public theater. As for MS making the deadline, I believe in...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows Vista, VISTA IS, Microsoft Corp.

Discussion threads 2006-09-21

Additional Resources

Michael Dell sticks to Windows 7 big bang theory

too old?"Windows XP is 8 years old"So What? If it ain't broke don't fix it!Windows 2000 is ten years old and still does almost everything I need. Everyone around me runs XP or newer, yet I have far fewer problems.What is good for the computer industry is not...

Tags: Operating systems, theory, Dell Computer Corp., Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows

Discussion threads 2009-11-20

Ballmer: Windows 7 sales on a roll

Oh boy... this should be a fun Talkback... ntntyeap...for sure we'll be hearing what everyone has already said "ad nauseum".BallSack is a MoronPlain and Simple.I'm sure Win7 sales are decent. After all, it's hard to get an OS-less computer.....It is easy enough to get linuxpre-installed.Or buy a MacHowever,...

Tags: Sales strategy, Operating systems, Mac sale, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Linux, sales, Steve Ballmer, Windows 7 sale, Microsoft Corp., Microsoft Windows Vista

Discussion threads 2009-11-20

Ballmer: Windows 7 sales on a roll

Delivering opening remarks at Microsoft's shareholder meeting on Thursday, Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer said that Windows 7 was off to a "fantastic start." Delivering opening remarks at Microsoft's shareholder meeting on Thursday, Microsoft chief executive Steve Ballmer said that Windows 7 was off to a "fantastic start." ...

Tags: Steve Ballmer, Microsoft Corp., Sales, Microsoft Windows 7, Microsoft Windows, Operating Systems, Software, Windows 7, Microsoft, Ballmer, Ina Fried CNET News

News items 2009-11-20

HWM BlackBox 2.0 (Windows)

HWM BlackBox is a utility designed to deliver precise details on the core components of your computer to the maximum. As well as providing you with you with in-depth information about hardware such as the processor, memory modules, mainboard, hard drives and video card, it also offers the opportunity to...

Tags: Microsoft Windows Vista, Computer, hARDWAREMANIA, HWM BlackBox, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Vista (Longhorn), Microsoft Windows 7, Productivity, Video Cards, Operating Systems, Processors, Software, Hardware, Components, Semiconductors

Software downloads 2009-11-20

Accord CD Ripper Standard 6.1.6 (Windows)

Rip audio CD tracks to WAV, MP3, WMA, OGG, APE, FLAC, MP2, VQF. Incredibly fast cd ripping. Fully optimized for SSE/Hyper thread technology and get extra speed boost on multiprocessor systems. Flexible output mode: rip audio CDs to divided files one file per track or to CD images (one file...

Tags: CD, Microsoft Windows, Audio CD, Accmeware

Software downloads 2009-11-20